Repeal of the Regulations on the Critical Control Measures to contain the spread of COVID-19

The Government Gazette No. 46590 of 22 June 2022 can be viewed/downloaded HERE.

Published 2022-06-23

The Overberg District Municipality is pleased to welcome its newly appointed Municipal Manager.

Mr Richard Bosman has, from 1 June 2022, taken over the reins from the previous Acting Municipal Manager, Mr Patrick Oliver, to steer the administrative arm of the municipality.

Mr Bosman, who hails from Wynberg in Cape Town, holds nearly 4 decades of extensive knowledge and experience in local government.

Mr Bosman matriculated at Wynberg High School in 1984. His first job was as a Beach Constable where he was responsible for by-law enforcement and delivering life saving duties for the City of Cape Town. After a few years he developed interest in the legal side, and began studying Law part time through UNISA.

After completing his studies and receiving his law degree, he joined the City of Cape Town’s Legal Department. He was then transferred to the Protective Services Department of the South Peninsula Municipality where he served for a number of years.

In 2002 he joined Overstrand Municipality and was appointed as Director Corporate Services. He left in 2005 and joined Provincial Government from 2006 to 2007.

In 2007 he was appointed as the Director of Community Safety at the Stellenbosch Local Municipality. He then returned to the City of Cape Town in 2008 where he served as the Executive Director of Safety and Security for almost 12 years, achieving great success in improving metro services such as law enforcement, fire and rescue services, traffic and police departments, and grew the Directorate from 2000 people to over 4000 people. He also played an integral part in the development and implementation of the City and Province’s critically important Law Enforcement Advancement Program (LEAP).

Mr Bosman took early retirement in 2021. After 4 months of retirement though, he returned to local government by assisting the Theewaterskloof Municipality for a 6-month period. He was then appointed as Acting  Municipal Manager at Bitou Municipality in Plettenberg Bay in December 2021.

Mr Bosman, who played baseball in his younger years, enjoys cycling and reading. His wife has 40 years of service for the City of Cape Town and they have 2 sons who are both currently studying.

“The last 7 months has been a challenging time for the municipality in terms of service continuity and stability. My vision aligns with that of the ODM council. We must ensure that we continue to deliver effective and efficient services, maintain an ethical and corruption free administration, and foster good relations with our local and provincial stakeholders.”

Mr Bosman joins the ODM with a wealth of local government experience. The Council together with the administration extends their warmest wishes to him and trust that he will take the Overberg District Municipality to greater heights.

Here are the latest number of #Coronavirus cases per town in the Overberg.

Overstrand (Cases, Recovered, Active)
Fisherhaven 188 | 184 | 0 (and 4 deaths)
Gansbaai 654 | 638 | 2 (and 14 deaths)
De Kelders 202 | 195 | 1 (and 6 deaths)
Blompark 439 | 429 | 1 (and 9 deaths)
Masakhane 370 | 362 | 0 (and 8 deaths)
Pearly Beach 115 | 111 | 0 (and 4 deaths)
Uilkraalsmond 25 | 23 | 0 (and 2 deaths)
Franskraal 212 | 206 | 1 (and 5 deaths)
Kleinbaai 62 | 59 | 0 (and 3 deaths)
Baardskeerdersbos 14 | 13 | 0 (and 1 death)
Hawston 1164 | 1120 | 1 (and 43 deaths)
Hermanus 2786 | 2721 | 13 (and 52 deaths)
Kleinmond 1460 | 1426 | 2 (and 32 deaths)
Betties Bay 243 | 237 | 1 (and 5 deaths)
Pringle Bay 194 | 191 | 0 (and 3 deaths)
Mt Pleasant 764 | 739 | 1 (and 24 deaths)
Onrus 771 | 736 | 9 (and 26 deaths)
Sandbaai 864 | 847 | 4 (and 13 deaths)
Stanford 724 | 701 | 1 (and 22 deaths)
Vermont 406 | 400 | 0 (and 6 deaths)
Zwelihle 1604 | 1568 | 0 (and 36 deaths)
TOTAL 13,261 | 12,906 | 37 (and 318 deaths)

TWK (Cases, Recovered, Active)
Botrivier 705 | 681 | 0 (and 24 deaths)
Caledon 3141 | 3057 | 0 (and 84 deaths)
Elgin 189 | 180 | 0 (and 9 deaths)
Genadendal 488 | 480 | 0 (and 8 deaths)
Grabouw 3972 | 3849 | 5 (and 118 deaths)
Greyton 347 | 341 | 1 (and 5 deaths)
Riviersonderend 864 | 833 | 0 (and 31 deaths)
Villiersdorp 1371 | 1327 | 1 (and 43 deaths)
Voorstekraal/Berea 100 | 94 | 0 (and 6 deaths)
TOTAL 11,177 | 10,842 | 7 (and 328 deaths)

Swellendam (Cases, Recovered, Active)
Barrydale 516 | 503 | 0 (and 13 deaths)
Buffeljagsrivier 503 | 493 | 1 (and 9 deaths)
Suurbraak 435 | 419 | 0 (and 16 deaths)
Swellendam 3247 | 3144 | 4 (and 99 deaths)
TOTAL 4,701 | 4,559 | 5 (and 137 deaths)

Cape Agulhas (Cases, Recovered, Active)
Bredasdorp 2989 | 2882 | 3 (and 104 deaths)
Elim 152 | 143 | 0 (and 9 deaths)
Napier 374 | 352 | 1 (and 21 deaths)
Struisbaai 539 | 519 | 1 (and 19 deaths)
Waenhuiskrans 144 | 140 | 0 (and 4 deaths)
TOTAL 4,198 | 4,036 | 5 (and 157 deaths)

Notice is hereby given that a Virtual Council meeting of the Overberg District Municipality will be held on MONDAY, 27 JUNE 2022 at 11:00 via MS Teams.

MR R BOSMAN
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
09.06.2022

EXCITING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH WHO WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Western Cape Government (WCG) Department of Transport and Public Works is inviting suitably qualified applicants residing in the Overberg District to apply for trade learnership training opportunities in the construction industry.

• PLUMBING L4 (Ref. POB)
• ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING L3 (Ref. EEOB)

CLOSING DATE: 30 June 2022.
• Successful candidates will be informed of the outcome of their applications by 23 September 2022

Important information to note:
- Only unemployed youth between 18-30 years will be considered
- Candidates can only apply for a training opportunity in the region where they reside
- A substance abuse test and medical test will form part of the final selection and appointment process
- Females, youth with disabilities and youth in conflict with the law are encouraged to apply

The Learnership Programme entails:
• Undergoing theoretical and practical training at a public or private technical and vocational education and training (TVET) college;
• working on a building site;
• applying health and safety regulations; maintaining work areas; and undertaking administrative tasks.

Minimum requirements:
• PLUMBING Learnership applications: Grade 11 or TVET equivalent with a pass in Mathematical Literacy. Preference will be given to applicants with prior knowledge / experience of the trade.

• ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Learnership applications: Grade 11 or TVET equivalent with a pass in Mathematical. Literacy. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed Electrical NQF L2.

Other requirements:
• Applicants must enjoy good health and be willing to undergo a medical and substance abuse examination.
• Successful applicants will be required to work on a construction site as part of the learnership training.
• Successful applicants must be willing to travel and work at various building sites across the Western Cape.
• Successful applicants will be required to sign a 12-month Learnership Agreement.

Stipend: R2 500 per month for the duration of the Learnership Agreement.

• Applicants can use facilities at a local library, Thusong Centre, E-Centre Youth Café or internet café to register on the SA Youth.Mobi platform.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide a CV and certified copies of ID and their highest education certificate when they are invited for an interview.

Register online: https://sayouth.datafree.co/.

Enquiries: Monday to Friday 08:00–16:00
• Western Cape Government Walk-in Centre: 0860 142 142
• Email: service@westerncape.gov.za
• Address: 9 Wale Street, Cape Town, 8001
• Harambee (online support): 0800 72 72 72
• Email: info@sayouth.org.za